Basketball has been woven into the fabric of Mia and Mya Pauldo’s lives since they were children. Growing up in Paterson, New Jersey , they were surrounded by the game, with both parents playing and their father, a former college athlete, coaching professional players like J.R. Smith and Kyle Anderson. The twins began their basketball journey at the age of six, inspired by the athletic legacy of their family. With a strong support system, including their father as their coach and brand strategist, and their mother handling the behind-the-scenes essentials, Mia and Mya have grown into formidable players who push each other to excel on and off the court. Their recent commitment to the University of Tennessee marks a significant milestone in their careers. The Pauldo sisters were drawn to the Lady Vols program by the energy and style of play that matched their ambitions to lead both on the court and beyond. They view their time at Tennessee as an opportunity not only to compete at the...
